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    Home » Recipes » Air Fryer Recipes

    Air Fryer Roasted Garlic

    Published: Aug 27, 2021 · Modified: Oct 21, 2023 by Dorothy Bigelow · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Try this simple and foolproof method for making your very own air fryer roasted garlic! A great flavor booster for your favorite foods, and an excellent topping for homemade pizza. You're going to love making this easy air fryer recipe again and again.

    A bulb of roasted garlic, prepared in the air fryer.

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    Roasted garlic is a delicious way to be EXTRA with your favorite recipes. Mashed potatoes are pretty amazing on their own, but they can be catapulted into the stratosphere with the addition of roasted garlic. But it's not just mashed potatoes that roasted garlic can elevate. Hummus, dips, pizza, and even risotto are all great uses of this excellent and flavorful creation.

    While roasted garlic is most often made in the oven, there is a totally simple (and quick) way to make it! Enter the air fryer. Everyone's new favorite countertop helper. The air fryer makes quick, easy, and foolproof work of roasting garlic. I have to say it's my new favorite method!

    You need just 4 super simple ingredient to get started with this air fryer roasted garlic!

    Ingredients

    Ingredients needed to make roasted garlic.
    • Garlic: Look for tight, even heads of garlic that are not sprouting. My bulb was not sprouting visibly on the outside, but was beginning to on the inside. This is fine, but fully sprouted garlic will be bitter and strong.
    • Olive Oil: You can use high smoke point oil. I used olive oil for the flavor, but you can use vegetable oil or avocado oil if preferred.
    • Salt: You can use any finely ground salt you have on hand.
    • Pepper: I like to use ground pepper for convenience, but you can use freshly ground black pepper if you prefer.
    • You'll also need a small amount of aluminum foil for wrapping up the bulb of garlic.

    Instructions

    How to make roasted garlic in the air fryer.

    Use a sharp knife to remove the top portion of your bulb of garlic.

    Cut a square piece of foil, approximately 10" wide and 10" tall. Place your bulb of garlic in the center.

    Pull up the sides of the foil, creating a "bowl" by folding over the edges and crimping them.

    Drizzle your olive oil on top of the bulb of garlic.

    How to make roasted garlic in the air fryer.

    Sprinkle the garlic bulb with salt and pepper.

    Bring in the edges of the foil, and twist to secure them at the top. This will create a little sealed foil pouch.

    Preheat your Air Fryer to 375F for 3 minutes.

    Add the foil wrapped garlic to the basket of your air fryer.

    Cook for 20-25 minutes.

    Open the foil packet and check the garlic. It should be soft and fragrant. Some parts should be lightly browned.

    Remove the garlic bulb from the air fryer and cool briefly before peeling the cloves.

    Storage

    How long can you keep roasted garlic?

    It's best to use your roasted garlic as soon as possible in your recipe of choice (or spread on crackers!), but you can store the roasted garlic packed in olive oil for up to 3 days in the fridge.

    How do you know if roasted garlic is bad?

    It will become mushy, have an odor, and have discolored spots. Discard any roasted garlic that has gone bad.

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    • Roasted Garlic Goat Cheese Dip - Midwest Foodie Blog
    • Roasted Garlic Butter - An Affair From the Heart

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    A bulb of garlic, roasted in the air fryer.

    Air Fryer Roasted Garlic

    Make this crazy easy, crazy delicious air fryer roasted garlic! Just a few simple ingredients and a little time in the air fryer gives you a flavor packed addition to your favorite meals and snacks.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Air Fryer Recipes
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 16kcal
    Author: Dorothy Bigelow

    Ingredients

    • 1 bulb of fresh garlic
    • 1 ½ teaspoon olive oil
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • Use a sharp knife to remove the top portion of your bulb of garlic.
    • Cut a square piece of foil, approximately 10" wide and 10" tall. Place your bulb of garlic in the center. Pull up the sides of the foil, creating a "bowl" by folding over the edges and crimping them.
    • Drizzle your olive oil on top of the bulb of garlic and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
    • Bring in the edges of the foil, and twist to secure them at the top. This will create a little sealed foil pouch.
    • Preheat your Air Fryer to 375F for 3 minutes.
    • Add the foil wrapped garlic to the basket of your air fryer and cook for 20-25 minutes.
    • Open the foil packet and check the garlic. It should be soft and fragrant. Some parts should be lightly browned.
    • Remove the garlic bulb from the air fryer and cool slightly before peeling the cloves.
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    Notes

    Use and Storage:
    It's best to use your roasted garlic as soon as possible in your recipe of choice (or spread on crackers!), but you can store the roasted garlic packed in olive oil for up to 3 days in the fridge.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 16kcal | Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 132mg

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    Air fryer roasted garlic

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